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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1908
Page
10
In a testimonial style notice Hyomei is promoted as a rapid cure for croup in its first or second stage. The ad claims easy inhalation, quick relief, and reduced swelling, with a household endorsement from Rev. George Sisson. Full outfit costs $1.00, extra bottle $0.50.
Ellwood City Pennsylvania held a large Republican celebration October 29 as Taft and the party gained strong support. Crowds filled the streets, bands played, and a parade showcased multiple clubs from New Castle New Brighton and Beaver County. Ex assistant postmaster general W S Shallenberger led the speeches urging a full turnout and a united Taft vote in Pennsylvania.
Arrangements are complete for rally day at Hazel Dell Presbyterian Church in Ellwood City with 3 PM Sunday services led by Rev. Bell. The program features recitations by local youths, multiple songs by a church choir and quartet, and a temperance theme culminating in a congregational hymn and benediction.
A counterfeit check for $126 drawn on Dambach Mercantile was detected by the People's National Bank after passing through another local bank from McKees Rocks. The cashier flagged the forgery immediately and informed J. Jamison, secretary and manager of Dambach Mercantile, who called it the rankest piece of work he had seen. The matter was returned to the sending banks and no payment was made.
The Central hotel host, a Bryan supporter, found a life sized Bryan portrait in his office altered with a false face by guests. The prank caused laughter among arrivals who misread his stance as a Republican gesture. He now seeks the culprit behind the mask.
Evans City hosts the season opener with Evans City High School facing Young Americans of Brownsville. A strong game is anticipated and a 4 Vox social event is planned after the contest.
Special services will begin next Monday at Slipperyrock Presbyterian Church and run for two weeks. Rev. J. O. Humphrey of Tarentum will lead the services with Rev. Bell assisting, and the effort is expected to yield great good.
J. QO. Long of New Castle visited Ellwood Thursday while T. C. Tyler of New Castle also came to Ellwood on business. Mrs. Emma Brenner returned from a short Pittsburg visit. Mrs. Frank Workman of Allegheny is visiting friends here. Dr. Cook of Beaver Falls attended the Republican celebration in Ellwood City. Mrs. Louis Cohen, mother of Lawrence Avenue druggist Arthur Cohen, visited at his home on Lawrence Avenue. she resides in Johns Town, Pa.
Maggie Varese, employed at the glass factory, sustained a deep hand gash yesterday afternoon when glass broke in her hands. She visited a physician for treatment and received several stitches. She will be unable to work for several days.
Mrs Margaret P Ross mother of B F Ross leaves for Waynesburg to attend the funeral of her brother John Mitchell who died Thursday. Word of his death was received by the family.
Mrs. Ross learned of her brother in law Mr. Mitchells death yesterday and left for that place upon receiving the sad message. The news surprised her as he had recently been reported in poor health. No details are available but the death is believed to have been sudden. Mr. Ross departed for Waynesburg to attend his uncle’s funeral.
Next Saturday the Wabash A. C. of this place will tackle the stro plate glass football team from Butler. The red hot contest is expected as both teams are evenly matched. Butler is anxious to win while Wabash is equally determined, promising a lively gridiron clash in Ellwood. Football has drawn large fall crowds and may grow as popular as baseball with strong local support.
Mrs. John Smiley remains unable to be about while doctors foresee no serious consequences. Mr. Smiley can walk about the house but has not left the home since the incident. Mrs. Giles Holbrook, who was in the buggy, is now about and less badly hurt than first reported.
The Buhl football team from Shar on has been scheduled for a game in the city though the exact date is undecided. The travelers seek a strong matchup and locals expect a highly attractive visit, as the squad is considered one of the strongest to come here this fall.
The town’s youth will celebrate Halloween tonight and Friday night with events planned. Some have already spent the week throwing corn at windows. Officer Reilley will not intervene as long as laws are not broken.
James Boots of this place, who was badly hurt on the railroad near Elwood Junction and lost his foot, is now able to be about again. Friends of the young man will be glad to learn he has recovered enough to be out after the long lay up.
Samuel Ferguson spent Wednesday in Youngstown. A literary will be held in the school hall Thursday evening. Mrs. Leslie moves from the Miller house to Margaret Chambers place. Four Turtle Creek men visit Joseph Craig as hunting guests.
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